An official inquiry into the Covid response criticises the former PM for a disorganised operation and flawed decisions, citing delayed restrictions, poor preparedness and failures in care settings. It says governments across the UK acted too late and that up to 23,000 deaths were avoidable.
A Harley Street fertility clinic has suffered a breach by a foreign state‑linked ransomware gang, stealing sensitive records for thousands of patients, including some treated via the NHS. The group is threatening to publish the data. The clinic is notifying clients and working with cyber specialists.
Google chief Sundar Pichai cautioned against blind trust in A.I., saying current systems are error‑prone and require sceptical use. He called for responsible rollout and stronger safeguards, warning that a burst hype bubble could harm consumers and the wider economy.
Ministers unveiled sweeping asylum reforms to tighten eligibility, speed decisions and cut costs. The plans triggered a Labour backbench rebellion, testing the PM’s authority as critics warn of severe consequences and potential legal challenges.
The home secretary unveils sweeping migration reforms: tougher action to deter small‑boat crossings, faster asylum decisions and removals, stricter age checks and new accommodation plans. Labour faces an internal split, while the opposition dismisses the package as a gimmick.
Ministers say the UK–France asylum-swap scheme is delivering: 113 people have been returned to France and 84 accepted from there since September. The Home Sec hails a milestone aimed at deterring Channel crossings and speeding removals, though arrivals remain high.
Wes Streeting dismissed claims he is part of a move to unseat the PM, insisting he is loyal and focused on his brief. Rumours of manoeuvres have grown amid forecasts of a tight Budget, but he said attention should be on delivery rather than leadership gossip.
An organiser of a £5bn cryptocurrency fraud that duped 128,000 people has been jailed for 11 years. Running the scheme from a UK mansion on a laptop, she laundered proceeds through shopping and trading. Assets were seized after investigators traced the network and identified the funds.
Donald Trump plans a $1bn lawsuit against the BBC, claiming a Panorama film doctored his speech and damaged his reputation. Two senior bosses have resigned over the row. The broadcaster has ordered an independent review and says it will defend its journalism.
The King led Remembrance Sunday at the Cenotaph, laying a wreath and leading the two‑minute silence. Senior royals looked on as veterans and officials took part. The ceremony honoured those who died in service and reaffirmed national remembrance.